Prosecution Clinic

Students who are looking for the opportunity to prosecute non-felony non-jury trials in Ithaca City Court.

What Will Be Taught

In the Prosecution Trial Clinic, students will study the following topics:

Criminal law and procedure

Prosecution ethics

Trial strategy and preparation

Trial conduct, including direct and cross-examination

Plea bargaining and professional judgement

Proper responses to appeals and motions

What To Expect In The Courtroom And Classroom

The course has both courtroom and classroom components. The courtroom component involves regular attendance at Ithaca City Court’s non-jury terms. Here students will observe and critique trials, and prosecute for the following offenses: